Asia – Page 3 – Targeted Global Prayer

Black Sea: Europe & Asia

The Black Sea is a very interesting body of water. It has two distinct layers: the top 10% is freshwater, while the lower 90% is salt water, with almost no oxygen mixed in. The condition of this lower layer is conducive to the preservation of once living things and even ancient shipwrecks; a 2,400 year old Greek sunken ship was found there.

Ten of Europe’s largest rivers flow into the Black Sea, whose drainage basin is two-thirds the size of Europe. The Black Sea has been in the news frequently during the past two years due to the current Russian-Ukrainian War. It is very important in facilitating commerce and trade.

1. “Red and yellow, black and white – they are precious in His sight…” So goes a line from the song “Jesus Loves the Little Children of the World.” Interestingly, there are also world seas named for each of those colors. Pray for the children of the world living around each of those seas to hear that Jesus loves them. Pray for Christians to go tell them this good news, and disciple the children who believe it.

2. The two pictures above were originally part of one panoramic view of the Black Sea’s coastline near Inceburun. Pray for each member of the family in the second picture to trust Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior.

3. The Greeks once called the Black Sea the “Inhospitable Sea,” due to both storms / navigational challenges, and hostile tribes along the coastline. However, after successful colonization, it was renamed the “Hospitable Sea.” Pray for the Christians who live in the drainage basin of the Black Sea to yield today to the Holy Spirit’s work in their hearts, that He may continue to transform their lives into the image of Christ, thus making them more and more hospitable to the reign of their Father.

Revelation 22:1,17

Lake Tiberias (aka Lake Kinneret, Sea of Galilee): Asia

1. Israel, Syria, and Jordan are countries around Lake Tiberias. Pray for someone from each of those nations to come to faith in Christ today.

2. In addition to being Israel’s largest lake, Lake Tiberias is also the world’s lowest freshwater lake. It is fed from both the Jordan River and underground springs. As in Biblical times, fishing and agriculture continue to be important in the area today. Pray for a modern fisherman to be caught by the Great Fisher of Men.

3. Tiberias is a town on the west of the lake with about 45,000 residents. Pray for Biblical churches to be established in Tiberias that will remain until the Lord returns.

Revelation 22:1,17

Lake Toba (Indonesia): Asia

Lake Toba holds the distinction of being the world’s largest volcanic lake. It is also the largest lake in Southeast Asia, and one of the world’s deepest lakes. Presumably the largest explosion in earth’s history took place there.

1. Pray for evolutionists who have bought into lies about the island’s origin to embrace the Truth.

2. Pray that the Lord will open the eyes of the person living by Lake Toba who is most religious, yet far away from salvation.

3. Pray that someone from tribal descent will hear about the nature of the one, true God, and trust in Him.

Revelation 22:1,17

SKUN, CAMBODIA

Pray for the Lord to send out workers to the harvestfield of Skun.

1. Pray for Jesus to shine into the lives of the motorcycle drivers who will use this road today.

2. Skun is known locally as “Spiderville” because of its inescapable 8-legged population. Pray for God’s protection from spider bites, and that residents will recognize His providential hand.

3. Pray for first-year schoolteachers in Skun to meet and come to love the Master Teacher.

1 John 2:15-17

This post was originally published on July 4, 2021.

Kathmandu, Nepal

Pray for the Lord to send out workers to the harvestfield of Kathmandu.

1. Pray for one of Kathmandu’s ambulance drivers who has seen a lot of hard things to meet the Father Who can heal hearts, and promises to one day make all things new (Rev. 21:4-5).

2. Kathmandu was first named “Kantipur,” meaning “City of Glory.” Pray for the Lord to receive much glory from the way His children there live.

3. Mt. Everest is about 100 miles from Kathmandu. Pray for someone in the city who is planning to visit the Mt. Everest base camp to hear and believe the gospel.

Psalm 96:12-13

This post was originally published on July 7, 2023.

Jakarta, Indonesia

Pray for the Lord to send out workers to the harvestfield of Jakarta.

1. Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia, and is located on Java (one of the country’s 17,000 islands). Indonesia lies between Asia and Australia, and therefore Jakarta has been molded by a mix of Asian, European, and Indian cultures. Pray for one Jakarta resident from each of those three ethnic backgrounds to be saved today.

2. Sunda Kelapa is a historic port in Jakarta, and has been influential in helping the city achieve prominence. It’s name means “Coconut of Sunda.” Currently, the port uses two-masted wooden sailing ships to provide freight service between Indonesian islands. Pray for the captain of one of these schooners to let Jesus be the captain of his life.

3. The “Golden Triangle of Jakarta” is where most of the city’s tallest skyscrapers and foreign embassies are located (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Triangle_of_Jakarta). Pray for someone who works in one of those skyscrapers to be given a clear presentation of the gospel, and believe.

John 3:36

This post was originally published on July 25, 2023.

Gimcheon, South Korea

Pray for the Lord to send out workers to the harvestfield of Gimcheon.

1. Pray for a driver who traverses the red patch of pavement today to also get on the “narrow road that leads to life” spiritually.

2. Pray for one of Gimcheon’s residents who does not have hope for the year ahead, and even life itself – that the gospel of Jesus Christ will forever change his condition.

3. Located in almost South Korea’s exact geographical center, Gimcheon is on the main transportation route leading from Seoul to Busan. The city is famous for Jikjisa Temple, built in 418. Pray for a family that has been connected to Korean Buddhism for centuries to know the only Way, Truth, and Life, with many family members coming to the Father by Him.

2 Corinthians 4:6

Banpo Village, China

Pray for the Lord to send out workers to the harvestfield of Banpo Village.

Archaeological work has shown that Banpo Village was established around 4500 years before the birth of Christ. Worldhistory.com states that over 10,000 stone tools and artifacts have been discovered there. Pray that a student studying the history of Banpo Village today will begin a personal relationship with Jesus.
Pray for a worker in the above building to hear/believe the plan of salvation, that he may also be a worker for the greatest Employer of all.
Banpo Village was a matriarchal society. Pray that many Chinese women will become virtuous women of faith, passing on the Truth to the next generation.

Luke 24:8

This post was originally published on May 3, 2022.

Bethlehem, Israel

Pray for the Lord to send out workers to the harvestfield of Bethlehem.

The above photo is from Manger Square. The background building is the Mosque of Omar, which is across the square from the Church of the Nativity. Pray for visitors to the square to be gripped by the veracity and relevance of the Luke 2 record of the Christchild’s birth.
Pray for vendors in the square, such as the cotton candy salesman above, to see the Biblical events as more than just an opportunity to earn an income.
Pray for 3 worshippers at the mosque to see Jesus for Who He really is, and trust Him alone for salvation.

Luke 2:11

This post was originally published on December 24, 2021.

Poshkharv, Tajikistan

Pray for the Lord to send out workers to the harvestfield of Poshkharv.

Pray for our Father to remind any of His children who may be on this road today that “the strength of the hills is His also.” (Psalm 95:4)
According to britannica.com, “Tajikistan is among the countries with the greatest potential for hydroelectric power in the world.” Pray for many nationals to know “the power of God unto salvation” (Romans 1:16), given by the same Creator Who blessed their country with natural resources.
Pray for the Tajik Bible to reach a home today that has never before had a copy of the very words of God.

Hebrews 13:3, 2 Timothy 2:9

This post was originally published on July 19, 2023.